Ridgefield, Connecticut
Residents in Ridgefield face a critical environmental threat with a hazard score of 10.0. The Perkin-Elmer Corporation site, located just over one mile away, is an active Superfund location containing hazardous substances. These materials can seep into the ground or water, potentially affecting the safety of the local environment. Because these substances are classified as hazardous, they may pose risks to your health if they enter your home or garden through the soil or local water supplies over time.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
Residents in Ridgefield face a critical environmental threat with a hazard score of 10.0. The Perkin-Elmer Corporation site, located just over one mile away, is an active Superfund location containing hazardous substances. These materials can seep into the ground or water, potentially affecting the safety of the local environment. Because these substances are classified as hazardous, they may pose risks to your health if they enter your home or garden through the soil or local water supplies over time.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| PERKIN – ELMER CORPORATION | 110000865029 | 1.22 mi | Active |
| WEIR FARM NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE | 110024424960 | 5.31 mi | Active |
| BETHEL LATEX | 110009272465 | 5.89 mi | Active |
| QUALITY CLEANERS (FORMER) | 110071100846 | 5.98 mi | Active |
| LINCOLN CLEANERS (FORMER) | 110071100503 | 6.01 mi | Active |
| FAMOUS CLEANERS | 110001748583 | 6.29 mi | Active |
| WILTON LANDFILL | 110009272214 | 6.33 mi | Active |
| EMHART FASTENING TEKNOLOGIES | 110003015567 | 6.55 mi | Active |
| ASHLAND CHEMICAL / KYOVA CORPORATION | 110009271590 | 6.69 mi | Active |
| RADIAL BEARING | 110030381959 | 6.69 mi | Active |
Action Required
Immediate action is necessary to protect your household from environmental hazards in Ridgefield. Contact the Aspetuck Land Trust Inc or the Better Planet Fund to learn about local land conservation and soil health initiatives. If you are concerned about how these environmental risks affect your property value or housing safety, reach out to Westchester Residential Opportunities, Incorporated at 914-428-4507. Alternatively, the Putnam County Housing Corporation is available at 845-225-8493 for assistance with housing-related concerns. Engaging with these organizations provides the necessary support for navigating critical environmental challenges in your community.
HUD Housing Counseling
Government VerifiedEnvironmental Organizations
IRS Verified- American Wanderer FoundationEnvironmental
- Aspetuck Land Trust IncEnvironmental
- Better Planet FundEnvironmental
Data Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Superfund Enterprise Management System (SEMS). Facility data from EPA Facility Registry Service (FRS). Nonprofit data from IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File. Housing counseling data from U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
This report is generated from publicly available government data and does not constitute legal or medical advice. For current site-specific information, visit EPA Superfund.